Troops ordered to deal ruthlessly with security threats in Taraba

By Paul Dada

The Commander of the 6 Brigade and Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), Brig. Gen. Kingsley Uwa, has ordered troops to deal ruthlessly with all security threats in Taraba State.

This order was issued during the inauguration of a Forward Operation Base (FOB) in Wukari, aimed at strengthening security and consolidating operational gains in Southern Taraba.

Uwa addressed troops deployed to the base, emphasising the importance of maintaining the highest standards of discipline, vigilance, and professionalism in the discharge of their duties.

He also stressed the need to safeguard all military assets and equipment within the base and maintain a robust presence in the area.

The Commander gave clear directives for troops to dominate their area of responsibility and ensure that bandits, terrorists, and other criminal elements are denied any freedom of action. This move is expected to enhance security and restore peace in Taraba State.

A statement in Jalingo on Thursday by Capt. Olubodunde Oni, Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations of the brigade said, “Uwa addressed troops deployed to the base, charging them to maintain the highest standards of discipline, vigilance, and professionalism in the discharge of their duties.

“He emphasized the importance of safeguarding all military assets and equipment within the base and maintaining a robust presence in the area.

“The Commander also gave clear directives for troops to dominate their area of responsibility and ensure that bandits, terrorists, and other criminal elements are denied any freedom of action,” the statement added.

It further reaffirmed the Brigade’s commitment to restoring and sustaining peace and security across Taraba State.

“To further demonstrate operational readiness and build public confidence, Brigadier General Uwa immediately led troops on a confidence-building patrol within Wukari town and surrounding communities.

“The patrol aimed to reassure residents of the military’s presence and its unwavering resolve to protect lives and property.

“The establishment of FOB Wukari marks a significant milestone in the Brigade’s ongoing operations and is expected to enhance rapid response capabilities, improve intelligence gathering, and deepen civil-military cooperation in the area.”